Where to Go Snorkeling with Turtles in the Philippines: 7 Trips

1.Bohol: Boat Tour to Sandbar and Snorkeling with Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 186 reviews · 6 hours · from $51Our pick

Join a six-hour shared boat trip from Panglao to Balicasag Island and Virgin Island Sandbar. You’ll watch for wild dolphins, snorkel with turtles and reef fish, and eat grilled pork, chicken, shrimp, and rice aboard. Local island guides lead the Balicasag snorkeling, while guides such as Mark, Anthony, and Daniel help keep the day friendly and well organized.

“My wife and I had a fantastic time. Anthony and the crew made us comfortable and shared their insights about the location. The food and drinks were fresh, well served, and delicious! Everyone on board was so delightful and fun. I can't imagine a better way to start the day. I highly recommend this trip, and I intend to go again next time”

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2.Oslob Whale Shark Snorkeling & Pescador & Sardine Run & Turtle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 65 reviews · from $150

Start around 3:30 a.m. for Oslob whale sharks, Tumalog Falls, and Moalboal’s sardine run, turtles, and Pescador Island. Your private car, local guides, breakfast, lunch, boat, and snorkel gear are included. Guides such as Abam, Noel, Robbie, Ray, and Rowena have earned praise for safe driving and hands-on help, while GoPro rental costs extra.

“From start to finish the day was amazing. Nothing can prepare you for snorkeling with the whale sharks!! My driver Abam was the best. Very safe, courteous and professional - nothing was too much trouble. It’s a long day in the car but totally worth it - Abam knew all the short cuts to avoid the heavy traffic areas. My guide Ellen was also fantastic. I highly recommend Cebu City tour and would definitely use them again. An incredible day in Cebu!!”

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3.Moalboal Sardines & Turtle Snorkeling and Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 17 reviews · from $157

Spend a long, active day with Mcrich Travel, snorkeling beside Moalboal’s sardine shoal and sea turtles before tackling Kawasan Falls. English-speaking guides provide boat transport, masks, life jackets, canyoneering shoes, helmets, lunch, and hotel pickup. Bring sturdy swim shoes, a towel, and dry clothes.

“It was so much fun! Everything was very organized from start to finish- McRich travel is a top notch Tour agency! The guides were all very professional and went above and beyond to show us everything there was to see. The canyoneering is definitely challenging- wear very good shoes with a hard bottom-your feet and ankles will thank you! On our private tour, we had 7 guides for 7 people- we felt very safe!”

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4.Kawasan Canyoning, Moalboal Snorkeling, & Turtles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 14 reviews · 12 hours · from $142Top rated

Leave Cebu before dawn for Moalboal, where you step from the beach into clear water with turtles and sardines. Then head to Kawasan Falls for four hours of guided canyoning, natural slides, rock crossings, jumps, and a Filipino lunch. Expect a small group, hotel pickup, safety gear, and a GoPro if requested when booking.

“The tour was amazing. All the guides were extremely friendly.”

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5.Apo Island Wonders: Snorkel with Sea Turtles in Dumaguete

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 13 reviews · 8 hours · from $126

From Dumaguete, ride by boat to Apo Island for guided snorkeling with wild sea turtles, coral gardens, and clear water close to shore. Your day includes hotel transfers, boat transport, lunch, gear, and an English-speaking guide. MarkJohn is one guide praised for careful, friendly snorkeling support.

“saw a lot of turtles . Lunch was poor. There was not tour staff member the boat captain acted as tour guide.”

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6.Moalboal Scuba Diving with Sardines and Turtle Snorkel

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 11 reviews · 11 hours · from $115

Spend 11 hours traveling from Cebu to Moalboal for a guided scuba session with millions of sardines, then snorkel with green turtles and explore coral reefs. Certified instructors welcome first-time and licensed divers. Hotel or airport pickup, equipment, fees, and an English-speaking guide are included, but meals are not.

“Wspaniały czas. Byliśmy tylko we 2 więc jak prywatna wycieczka . Nasz kierowca był super dziękujemy 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Nurkowania na wyspie oraz przy brzegu z sardynkami są wspaniałe 🙌🙌🙌 Mega polecamy również miasteczko 😉”

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7.Dumaguete Apo Island Snorkel with turtle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 6 hours · from $117

Set out from Dumaguete for Apo Island with hotel pickup, a local outrigger boat, snorkeling gear, lunch, and an English or Tagalog guide. You will search for sea turtles at the Turtle Spot, see coral and tropical fish, and have time for beach swimming. Guides Mel and Jaypee have helped guests find turtles and capture memorable photos.

“perfect from pickup to drop off. amazing day with the greatest guides.”

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